You may think that because you’re older, having strong muscles doesn’t matter, but you’re wrong. Researchers at King’s College London have found that muscle fitness is closely related to brain aging. The researchers found that interventions like increasing walking can have a positive effect on the brain. The study looked at 324 healthy female twins […]

When Lucy Howard was pregnant with her second child, she felt like she was walking through fog. “It was a struggle to get up most [days]… I would spend mornings just sitting on the sofa crying. Everything seemed harder,” she said. “I struggled to do daily chores and the house became a mess, which led […]

DUBROVNIK, Croatia—The Croatian town of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and picturesque coastal resort on the Adriatic, is at risk of being overwhelmed by visitors from the cruise ships that arrive daily. Between January and June, almost 280,000 tourists from 188 cruise tours visited the 800-year-old city. Last year, a whopping 749,000 people disembarked […]

There seems to be a lot of confusion regarding the value of muscle stretching to accelerate recovery after exercise. “Stretching clears out your lactic acid,” and other similar claims abound. Is any of this true? Sort of. First, it is important to understand the difference between stretching for recovery and stretching for remodeling. Recovery During […]

NEW YORK—Summer is at its peak, and the markets are teeming with its bounty—fresh, sun-kissed, and bursting with flavor. On a visit to the Union Square Greenmarket in New York in early August, stone fruits were the star of the show: blushing peaches and nectarines; plums the size of walnuts and up, sweet interiors countered by […]

Gratitude may be more beneficial than we commonly suppose. One recent study asked subjects to write a note of thanks to someone and then estimate how surprised and happy the recipient would feel—an impact that they consistently underestimated. Another study assessed the health benefits of writing thank you notes. The researchers found that writing as […]

More companies were added to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration recall of blood pressure and heart medicine containing a possible carcinogen, according to an update on Aug. 8. Valsartan, according to the FDA, is used as a component in drugs that is to treat high blood pressure as well as congestive heart failure. The […]

The Abba-inspired sequel of “Mamma Mia” is filling cinemas around the world. But the film’s location—the small Croatian island of Vis—should now also expect to attract high numbers of visitors. The inevitable increase in inbound tourists visiting the film’s coastal backdrop will become the latest example of film-induced tourism—a phenomenon which describes the way people […]

Anxiety disorders are some of the most common mental health problems today. In fact, 4 out of every 100 people around the world have one, and research my colleagues and I were involved in at the University of Cambridge has shown that women and young people under the age of 39 are most affected. Anxiety […]

For the last dozen years, I’ve been living a (relatively) simple life. At times, the complexity of my life grows, and I renew my commitment to living simply. Living a simple life is about paring back so that you have space to breathe. It’s about doing with less because you realize that having more and […]

Nutritionally speaking, there is no such thing as a superfood. The term was coined for marketing purposes to influence food trends and sell products. The food industry bestows the superfood label on nutrient-rich foods that are good for our health. Though many foods could be described as super, it’s important to understand that there is […]

Lupus, also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a complex autoimmune disease in which the body attacks itself, resulting in a wide range of often debilitating symptoms. Lupus is characterized by acute and chronic inflammation of various tissues throughout the body. One of the bright spots in the area of treatment is the number of […]

More and more people are either swapping traditional cigarettes for e-cigarettes or simply picking up an e-cigarette habit, causing this trend to grow in popularity. The appeal of e-cigarettes is that people believe them to be healthier than traditional cigarettes, but even e-cigarettes contain nicotine and other chemicals. Furthermore, e-cigarettes come in a wide variety […]

The serious consequences of sleep deprivation perennially capture society’s attention. And, as kids head back to school, sleep and a lack of it are of particular concern. Compared to historical norms, how have our contemporary expectations of sleep changed? What are the effects of inadequate sleep? What can be done to optimize the experience of […]

Alarms go off so frequently in emergency rooms, doctors barely notice. But when a colleague is wheeled in on a gurney, clinging to life, that alarm becomes a deafening wake-up call. For Dr. Kip Wenger, that colleague was a friend, a 33-year-old female physician. Wenger is a regional medical director for TeamHealth, one of the […]

FLORENCE, ITALY—Walking through the heart of Florence’s historic quarter, up the narrow street of Borgo San Frediano renowned for its artisans, you will find AtelierGK Firenze (Atelier Giannini and Kuwata of Florence), the workshop of bookbinder Lapo Giannini and paper and book conservator Michiko Kuwata. Bookbinding runs through Giannini’s bloodline: As a sixth-generation Florentine bookbinder, he’s […]

Research shows humans don’t like being caged in, preferring to be in larger, more open spaces. And different factors—such as the shape of rooms, the color of surfaces, and the positioning and brightness of lighting—all influence how we perceive space. These are the elements designers and architects consider when creating spaces. And there are several tips […]

Montados de Anchoas: Salt-Cured Anchovies and Eggplant on Toast In northern Spain, anchovies are often salt-cured and preserved in olive oil, resulting in mild and meaty fillets. Look for our favorite Don Bocarte anchovies from Cantabria to use in this recipe. In this pairing, the smoky creaminess of eggplant blackened over fire is the perfect […]

Drugmakers will be required to negotiate on prices for more medications paid for by Medicare, the latest step in the Trump administration’s campaign to rein in prescription costs. Starting next year, private insurers that provide coverage to about 20 million seniors through Medicare Advantage will get new powers to bargain over drugs administered in doctor’s […]

The 8th annual Greenwich Wine and Food Festival will be held on Sept. 21–22 in Greenwich, Connecticut, celebrating the region’s rich culinary scene with both local and national chefs, restaurateurs, and personalities, including Daniel Boulud and Adam Richman; and headliners like Tim McGraw. The weekend will kick off with a Master Chef Wine Dinner on […]

Fideuà Negra: Shrimp, Clams, Cuttlefish, and Fideo Noodles with Squid Ink This squid ink and toasted noodle paella is one of our all-time favorites. Try it and you’ll understand why. Once on the table you’ll want to grab a spoon, crack through the crispy top, and mix the allioli evenly throughout the inky paella until […]

When the Trump administration expanded short-term, limited duration health care plans from three months to less than 12 months with the option to renew twice, many saw it as a slow blood-letting of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare. With premiums getting steeper for people those whose care isn’t subsidized, these short-term […]

Breastfeeding mothers who drink alcohol may be more likely to have children with cognitive problems than women who abstain while nursing, an Australian study suggests. For the study, researchers examined results of reasoning tests completed by 5,107 children, as well as questionnaires completed by their mothers detailing whether they nursed babies at all and how […]

A new scientific advisory examines science to look at the health risks associated with a growing use of screen-based devices among children. The advisory looks at how sedentary behavior, like sitting and playing video games or watching videos on a tablet or computer, affect the heart and metabolism in youth. The study believes portable electronic […]

There is a common belief that the air outside your front door is much worse to breathe than the air inside your home. But studies show the air inside your home is actually more polluted. How did your indoor air get dirtier than that outside? There are several culprits, including fumes off-gassed by furniture, paint […]

A healthy diet has been scientifically proven to provide numerous health benefits, such as reducing your risk of several chronic diseases and keeping your body healthy. However, making major changes to your diet can sometimes seem very overwhelming. Instead of making big changes, it may be better to start with a few smaller ones. This […]

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